cheers, 2012

hi guys!  well, today is the last friday of the entire year.  2011 has been....quite interesting.  honestly, i guess i can say it was a fairly good year for me.  i learned some very valuable lessons that have been crucial to my breaking through.  of course, not everything was rosy.  however, the situations that could be classified as bad news gave me great insight.  for that, i'm appreciative. 
my biggest accomplishment this year (well, the one i'm most proud of) was opening the posh brown e-boutique.  http://theposhbrownboutique.bigcartel.com/  getting the whole thing together was a feat in itself.  however, i feel like it symbolized something bigger.  it let me know that i could achieve something i set my mind to despite the negative energy around me.  i could knock down a goal although fear mongers were blatantly and also indirectly telling me otherwise.  and it wasn't even that big of a deal.  that opens the door so many more future endeavors and i'm excited about that!

so, those future endeavors, eh?  well, in this 2012 ahead of us, i would like to put my styling and image consulting skills and talents to use.  i will elaborate on that when there is more to elaborate on (chill out...i've got 365 days to work it out).  i intend to get back to my writing (besides blog writing).  and, i would love for my little shop of fashion to grow. 

i hope you, too, are reflecting on this past year's lessons and planning success for your new year!

besos jenna pearle*

a gem

here's a little gem that you can find (and then BUY!)  at http://theposhbrownboutique.bigcartel.com/.  it can fit practically any size finger.  this is definitely an attribute to any jewelry collection.  and there's only one in stock.  so hurry and stop buy the store for more details, babes.  and thanks again for your support. 

besos jenna pearle*

prep

so, here is posh brown style inspiration photo of the day.  (that's a mouthful)  i've always been a fan of the preppy look.  this is especially so when its combined with another major universal style like urban, boho or rock.  preppy pieces act as the agent that keeps an outfit from getting too outlandish, dressy or sexy. classic prep tends to lend an air of relaxed sophistication.  i would highly recommend adding a few sporty essentials to your reportoire.  i promise...these pieces will make the task of getting dressed a whole lot easier...stylish. 
here are a few pieces you might find interesting at the posh brown boutique (your favorite online thrift store)

i highly recommend this book to go w. the clothes

 besos jenna pearle*
http://theposhbrownboutique.bigcartel.com/

grand opening....the posh brown boutique

so, i was telling you guys about the different projects i'd been working on during my absence here.  except, i never got into the actual specifics.  so, without further adieu, here is project number one.  let me introduce to you......... the posh brown boutique. 

yes, lovelies...i have begun my own online thrift/vintage store specializing in clothing & accessories.  the merchandise selection is based on the aesthetic of our fictitious muse, posh brown.  posh brown is a well spoken, outspoken individual who is not afraid to be seen or heard. posh brown is that girl you see and secretly envy because she is so effortlessly chic. her style can be best  described as a brooklyn-bred blair waldorf (a la gossip girl) meets debbie harry (a la blondie). 
i'm so excited about it.  the grand opening is this friday, 11-11-11 (a memorable date, i know).  on that date, there will be a discount code you can use for a 10-15%  off.  the boutique has a facebook page (the posh brown boutique fb) that you can "like" so you can keep up with the new pieces and other news.  also, there is a tumblr page dedicated to the style of posh brown(poshbrownboutique.tumblr.com).

i hope that you guys will love the store and find unique pieces to match your taste.  thanks for your support, past, present and future.  and don't forget on 11.11.11, visit me at the posh brown boutique.


besos jenna pearle*

where i was... (naples)



hi guys!  i am feeling relaxed and refreshed thanks to my south florida vacation.  the trip was quite amazing.  ninety degree sunny weather helps ALOT.  the intention was to do next to nothing (besides lounge and party).  mission accomplished!!  fantastic food and drinks (had a marvelous mango margarita that was to die for), dancing in the street and lazy days at the beach filled my time away. plus, i had the best company.  remember last time i hit the sunshine state?  i ended up doing a whole lot of shopping.  this time, i resisted the urge.  the exception was some cheap n chic jewelry shopping at this huge accessories shop on their 5th Avenue (naples, florida).  i didn't bring my lovely laptop so i was unable to really keep up with the blogging.  i did have a few posts in the queue, of course.  but there was so much i wanted to discuss with you: the royal wedding especially.  i've decided to post on the big event, even if its a bit after the fact.  anyway, back to the regular scheduled programming of my life. 

p.s  thanks for all the comments while i was away...

besos jenna pearle*

best dress

a few dresses from asos that i'd do some petty crime for (kidding).  love this site for shopping.  update: the royal blue pants i bought from them are too big.  (good news and bad).  thank goodness for the easy return policy.  or maybe i'll just head to a tailor for altering.  besos jenna pearle*

pant-astic!

i showed you my spring inspiration a few posts ago.  you all that i was kidding, huh?  well, to make sure i'm on the right track, i purchased these gawg-eous sophisticated pants from asos.com.  after perusing their cooler than cool site, i'm convinced they are the next best thing.  i'll be doing a post on some dresses i'd sacrifice a digit for.  anyway, aren't these pants (at least the picture of them) the best?!  i've already begun composing outfits around them as well as events to wear them to.  what makes them so "me" is the bold royal blue color and the flattering cut.  kudos, asos!  let me know what you would pair them with...

besos jenna pearle*

your lucky day (luckymag.com discount)

A Vintage-Feeling Skirt, 50% Off Today Only! :luckymag.com

this skirt is 50% off today, thanks to luckymag online.  it was forty bucks but you can get it for $20 if you're fast and smart.  click the link above for more information.  yr welcome!!


besos jenna pearle*

last minute gift guide-jenna's guide to gifting

hey there, procrastinators!  i got something for you: some ideas for last minute fab gifts.  all of the above are courtesy of anthropolgie, old navy and urban outfitters.  happy shopping, my lovelies!          

besos and best wishes, jenna pearle*

home shopping networks

lately, i've been completely addicted to shopping networks.  my mom is a dedicated fan, always flipping to her favorite stations to see whats being featured.  finally, i started clicking over myself and found myself headed over to the websites to order my great finds immediately before they sold out.  i think you'll be surprised at what kind of stylish, trendy pieces these channels offer.  as a matter of fact, many of your favorite celebrities and celebrity stylist have lines with qvc or hsn.  mary j. blige, joan rivers, jessica simpson, kardashians, twiggy, serena williams and susan lucci are just a few who choose to peddle their wares on these home shopping channels.  some of the frumpier looking choices may actually be some of your favorite pieces once you get them home and style them to your liking.  above you will see a cable knit sweater vest with faux fur collar.  it may not look like much there but by the time i cinch in that waist or add some great accessories, it will be gold.  plus, you can't beat shopping that presents itself at your door in a matter of a few short days.  and anything that doesn't fit or isn't to your liking, you can send back hasslefree.  below are a few qvc products that are on my wishlist.  many of them are from rachel zoe's fab line. B-A-N-A-N-A-S!

besos jenna pearle*

and if you like online shopping, check out the posh brown boutique {theposhbrownboutique.bigcartel.com/}

where blair waldorf meets debbie harry

bookmarcs and question marks

are you aware of the fact that there is a bookstore on bleeker st in the west village in nyc?  did you know that this yet another marc jacob project (he has several businesses in the area)?  will you be supporting?  just asking...
besos jenna pearle*

get back to work

soon it will be september. i shall be posting a much needed back to school post. but this one is for the grown and sexy. back to work and then happy hour. i came across this dress from chico's and immediately fell in lust. i had to share it with you all. plus, i added a few accessories to jazz it up for ya.

xoxo jenna pearle*

ps. on this particular model, i think that the back view of this dress looks MUCH better than the front. that's why i placed the pics in that order. btw, accessories/shoes from banana republic, aldo, chico's.

F21 42

i finally made my way over to the new forever 21 time square store the other day. it was one of those grey and gloomy sundays where everything that can go wrong does go wrong. between subway delays that made me late and rude people working at the studio giving me attitude, i was unable to make my cardio dance class. so whats a girl to do? SHOP! i ventured over to the gigantic neon forever 21 sign like an angel following the bright light. and i was not disappointed with what i found. in fact, i was very impressed. the layout of the store was easy on the eye and spread out. no messy racks to scour through, no constantly bumping into people as you shop. there must have been at least three or four floors and all were organized beautifully. i felt like i was in retail heaven. the jewelry was magnificent, meeting any personal style requirements. the accessories were closet must haves, especially the purses/clutches. they had a fantastic make-up section with a variety of lovely eyelash kits. even the men's selection was worthwhile. it was way better than any other f21 or h&m that i've visited. the hubby will be happy, i'm sure.

needless to say, this forever 21 location brightened my dreary day. in the end, i fought off the temping wares and bought nothing. but i couldn't keep my mind off this perfect army fatigue bag i spied that was the perfect size for my life. so a week later, i went back and purchased it. i deserved it!!!!

here are a few of the beautiful things i came across at f21 (check out my bag) up top.

xoxo

jenna pearle*